It's a very nice boutique. The reason I stopped in was because I saw a big "SALE" sign... I mean…read morehello, who doesn't love a good sale? Unfortunately the sale was only for the rack outside of the store and the rest of the merchandise throughout the store did not seem to be priced any different than retail. I will say the collection of bags they have is much wider than a lot of other boutiques I have been to. There are some familiar brand names stocked as well as some unique other brands. The staff is helpful and friendly. I ended up walking out with the large le pliage by Longchamp because they had a color stocked that I was having an extremely hard time finding. So as I said before, their range of collections is bigger than what you'd expect. I give 4/5 stars because the store was a little dim and wouldn't have really grabbed my attention if it weren't for the "sale" sign. Additionally, it seems more like a store one would go to when they have a specific item in mind; it's not a store with a huge selection of select pieces from numerous collections. It's more like a store with a few brands but stocks the whole collection.

I recently was out-and-about shopping and saw a girl with a "Le Pliage" Longchamp messenger bag. I…read morehave many "Le Pliage" style totes, but i had never seen this style before. In the past I have purchased all my Longchamps at Nordstrom only because I live right by the Natick mall, and I never really thought twice about it. I was on Loncahamp's website looking at the bag and clicked on "locate a store near you" Nordstrom came up so I called up and asked if they had the bag in stock. Turns out they didn't carry the bag. I then thought to myself.. I could buy it online...but then I might not like it. For such an expensive purchase I wanted to make sure I loved it. The other store that was listed was London Harness Company. I hadn't heard of them before, but I am very familiar with Wellesley Center so I thought I'd call them up. I called up and gave them the SKU from Longchamp and the man was very helpful in telling me that they did indeed carry my so desired bag. About 20 mins later I drove over and met the man I spoke with on the phone. The store was quiet and he showed me the bag. I tired on many colors and then decided on one. For such an expensive bag I feel I made the purchase the right way and am happy I supported a local store rather than a chain like Nordstrom.

I had an unfortunate experience with my local cobbler who ruined my favorite pair of heeled booties…read moreto the point they were unwearable. When I went to this shop however, the man that owned it was friendly and told me how he is a third generation cobbler and how it would be a simple fix. It was only $5 more than the other cobbler charged me and he completely fixed the original issue as well as the damage the other person had done. He also has a very cool story if you bring in tall heels that let me know right away that it would be good quality that I can't say here to protect privacy online. Could not have had a better experience here!

They fixed two pairs of beloved leather shoes perfectly and a reasonable cost. I'm so appreciative!read more

This is a great cobbler. I was recommended it by my sales associate. The man who owns the shop is…read moreso kind and hard working. He did an amazing job on stretching my shoes. Happy to say this is my new cobbler now.

No fuss-No Muss-True Professionals. Spot ON Yelp recommendation. Fair price for fantastic…read morecraftsmanship. They repaired/replaced a wheel on a favorite carry-on bag and resoled a boot. Workmanship right out of the old world at prices within this world. They speak 'leather' and very little else. Public parking lot behind this Newton corner shop makes it easy to be a regular.

I am so torn. I like Rimowa luggage. If the place is open, the staff is usually nice. Store hours…read morethough are a best case scenarios guess and not true opening hours. On Friday, July 5th 5:45 I encountered a locked door (well inside the regular opening hours). This was the third time in a year that I went to Harvard Square in vain. Occasionally I need repairs. Leather World seems to be the only Rimowa option around Boston. A half dozen repairs were done okay, but not always on the first try. Often they leave glue residues inside and never make an effort to remove dents. I had repairs done in Frankfurt at the the airport and in Beijing with much better results.

This store has beautiful, high-quality luggage that I dream of being able to afford…read more Until then, it has plenty else that is useful: every kind of travel adapter you could possibly need for traveling to any country in world. Savvy-traveler items like a money belt; a clothesline for stringing up in your hotel room so you don't have to bring so damn many clothes or overpay for hotel laundry service; the world's best-engineered travel toiletry bottles (won't break or ooze open in your suitcase; you'll never need to buy another set after buying these). The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The last time I was there, a salesperson talked me out of buying a voltage converter so I could be prepared for every possible scenario on an upcoming trip, and told me that almost all electronics made within the last 5 years have built-in converters. Talking me out of buying things I don't need--now that's a store I'll go back to.

Was closed indefinitely.I wish it would have been open because it looked very cute inside. Just be…read moreaware.

This is a nice shop. There isn't a lot of inventory but what they do have is pretty nice. It's a…read morecute arrangement. I think most of their inventory is mix of vintage and maybe some recycled vintage. It looked mostly vintage though. Prices are usually $30-$55 or so. It's not the cheapest but I think most vintage is usually not dirt cheap. Some of the dresses were really cute and I would have totally worn them!

Excellent service, expert repair. They saved my Dining room chair. Wild definitely recommend.read more

We have a pair of super comfy (and sharp looking) recliner chairs that need serious attention…read more Multiple neighbors recommended that we contact Paul and Snezana from Upholstery Today for this job. Snezana suggested that it might be easier for us if she came to our house to look at the situation, so that we could avoid having to schlep a big piece of furniture over for possibly no reason. She came by the very next day and told us the sad news that the chair's construction made it impossible to do a quality job. She charged nothing for the visit and was prompt, courteous, and super helpful (and also really sympathetic). It is unbelievably rare to experience this kind of attention and service these days, and this little company well deserves recognition for this. The quality of their work looks awesome, by the way, because the chairs our neighbors' had recovered by them look fabulous. Five stars for service, quality and integrity! Moral of the story: Never buy furniture upholstered with "bicast" leather! It's not real leather and it peels horribly, usually right after the warranty expires.

Salmagundi is, hands down, the finest hat shop I've ever set foot in -- and I say that as someone…read morewho has spent the last 40 years frequenting some of the best haberdasheries in New York City. I visited the Jamaica Plain shop today with my brother, on what happened to be the 27th anniversary of my father's passing. What could have been a heavy, emotional day was transformed into something unexpectedly meaningful, thanks in large part to the experience I had with Jessen. He spent well over an hour with me, patiently walking through countless combinations of styles, shapes, and colors -- not rushing, not upselling, just exploring what really worked. He was thoughtful, kind, and extraordinarily knowledgeable, and it was clear he genuinely enjoyed the process of helping me find the right hat. That enthusiasm was contagious; time absolutely flew by. I left with a beautiful hat and a matching scarf, each with its own story -- down to where the wool came from and how it was made. That level of care and passion isn't something you can fake. It's obvious that Jessen and Andria care deeply about their craft, their customers, and the experience they create in the shop. This was, without question, the best experience I've ever had in a hat store. The selection is fantastic, but it's the heart, expertise, and hospitality that make Salmagundi truly special. If you're anywhere near Boston and even thinking about a hat, do yourself a favor and go see Andria and Jessen. I can't recommend this place highly enough.

Wow wow wow. Shop local is important, but with these folks it's a pleasure. Forget online nobodies…read more See folks that care at Salmagundi. I love my hat and my wife is over the moon!

Would not return. As much as would like to support a local business, will drive over to Newton…read more Charged me $35 upfront only in cash. Spilled shoe polish on my insoles, and did not clean bottom of shoe. Polish looks amateur. Owner became very upset at any feedback and walked away.

Terrible customer service and Terrible Work! Very expensive…read moreto Boot...Pun intended!!! My boots and a pair of shoes were given back to me without being cleaned and the work that was done was not the work that I'd requested and that was promised! My boots looked better before I brought them in, my pair of shoes were not wiped down/cleaned..This was my first time using this shoe shop and it will be my last! This shop ruined my good/expensive pair of patent leather boots by using the wrong polish!!! They are cracking now and have no shine! The four and five stars must be friend, family or someone who they care about!!!!!